Fifth Wheel Hitch Recommendation for 2017 Ford F-350 Short Bed with Factory Rail Kit

Question:

I have a 2017 f350 short bed 6 3/4 with the factory installed hitch prep package. Im going to pull a 3811 Montana with mor/ryde pin box. I have been told reese hitch is the only one that fits the ford prep package. Is there others? I keep hearing different storys on if I should get a slider or not. What do you recommend on hitch and slider or no slider?

asked by: Bobby J

Expert Reply:

We have a few options for hitches that fit the factory rail kit of your 2017 Ford F-350 short bed with the factory rail kit. Since you have a short bed truck you will have to go with a slider hitch so that you have turning clearance between the trailer and the cab of your truck.

My favorite hitch to recommend is the Demco Hijacker AutoSlide part # DM8550038 which automatically slides as you go around corners instead of requiring you to get out and manually operate the slider. This fits your factory rail kit directly.

expert reply by: Jameson C